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Compare ECCE courses and levels

London College of Teachers offers five ECCE levels, from the 120-hour Certificate (US$170) to the 580-hour Integrated Master Level (US$650), plus related Montessori, Nursery Teacher Training and Pre & Primary courses. All are studied online at your own pace. The listed entry is Class 10 for the Certificate, Class 12 for the Diploma and graduation for the PG Diploma and Master levels.

Compare ECCE levels

CourseHoursStudy timeEntryBest forFee
Certificate in ECCE120up to 6 monthsClass 10 pass and good EnglishParents, carers, assistantsUS$170
Diploma in ECCE200up to 10 monthsClass 12 pass and good EnglishPreschool and nursery teachersUS$250
PG Diploma in ECCE240up to 12 monthsA university degree in any subjectGraduates, lead rolesUS$399
Master Level ECCE380up to 18 monthsA university degree (confirm with admissions)PG Diploma plus two specialismsUS$470
Integrated Master Level ECCE580up to 24 monthsA university degree (confirm with admissions)Owners, heads, all specialismsUS$650
Montessori Teacher Training Certificate120up to 6 monthsClass 10 pass and good EnglishMontessori schoolsUS$170
Nursery Teacher Training Certificate120up to 6 monthsClass 10 pass and good EnglishNursery and playschoolUS$170
Pre & Primary Teacher Training Certificate120up to 6 monthsClass 10 pass and good EnglishAges 2 to 12US$170

All ECCE courses

  • Certificate

    ECCE Certificate (120 hours)

    120 hours · up to 6 months · online

    US$170 / £140 / ₹11,800

    Entry: Class 10 pass and good English

  • Diploma

    ECCE Diploma (200 hours)

    200 hours · up to 10 months · online

    US$250 / £210 / ₹17,700

    Entry: Class 12 pass and good English

  • Postgraduate Diploma

    ECCE PG Diploma (240 hours)

    240 hours · up to 12 months · online

    US$399 / £340 / ₹29,500

    Entry: A university degree in any subject

  • Master level (professional)

    ECCE Master Level (380 hours)

    380 hours · up to 18 months · online

    US$470 / £370 / ₹40,000

    Entry: A university degree (confirm with admissions)

  • Integrated master level (professional)

    ECCE Integrated Master (580 hours)

    580 hours · up to 24 months · online

    US$650 / £500 / ₹55,000

    Entry: A university degree (confirm with admissions)

  • Related course

    Montessori Certificate

    120 hours · up to 6 months · online

    US$170 / £140 / ₹11,800

    Entry: Class 10 pass and good English

  • Related course

    Nursery Teacher Training (NTT)

    120 hours · up to 6 months · online

    US$170 / £140 / ₹11,800

    Entry: Class 10 pass and good English

  • Related course

    Pre & Primary Teacher Training

    120 hours · up to 6 months · online

    US$170 / £140 / ₹11,800

    Entry: Class 10 pass and good English

How to choose

Pick the level that matches your goal rather than the longest course.

  • Parents, carers and assistants: 120-hour Certificate
  • Preschool and nursery teacher roles: 200-hour Diploma
  • Graduates aiming for lead or coordinator roles: 240-hour PG Diploma
  • Add specialisms: 380-hour Master Level or 580-hour Integrated Master Level
  • Specific settings: Montessori, Nursery Teacher Training or Pre & Primary

Understanding ECCE levels

ECCE levels are described by study hours. Longer levels add depth and assessed practical work: case studies, lesson planning and a project at Diploma level, postgraduate depth at PG Diploma, and specialist certificates at the Master levels.

Course pathways by goal

  • Parent or caregiver: 120-hour Certificate.
  • Preschool assistant to teacher: 200-hour Diploma.
  • Graduate career change: 240-hour PG Diploma.
  • Inclusion and special needs: Master Level with Learning Disability and Child Psychology.
  • Preschool owner or centre head: Integrated Master Level.
  • Montessori school: Montessori Teacher Training.

What every course includes

  • Online access with a personal login
  • Module MCQ tests or assignments, with correct answers shown after you attempt
  • Case studies, lesson planning and a project at Diploma level and above
  • Tutor and mentor support by email, phone and WhatsApp
  • A certificate from London College of Teachers Limited (UKPRN 10096558)

Frequently asked questions

Which ECCE course is best?

The best course depends on your goal. The 120-hour Certificate suits parents, carers and assistants; the 200-hour Diploma suits preschool and nursery teacher roles; graduates aiming for senior roles should choose the 240-hour PG Diploma or a Master level.

Should I do an ECCE certificate or diploma?

Choose the Diploma if you will plan and lead a class; it adds case studies, lesson planning and a project. Choose the Certificate for a short introduction, carer roles or to try the field first.

What is the difference between ECCE and Montessori?

ECCE is the broad field of care and education from birth to six. Montessori is one specific method for children aged about 2 to 6, with its own materials and prepared environment.

What is the difference between ECCE and NTT?

Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) focuses on teaching children aged about 2 to 5 in nurseries and playschools. ECCE is broader, covering birth to six and including care and child psychology.

What is the difference between Master Level and Integrated Master Level ECCE?

Master Level is the PG Diploma in ECCE plus any two specialist certificates (380 hours). Integrated Master Level includes all five specialist certificates and diplomas (580 hours).

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Our graduates with their certificates

  • London College of Teachers graduate holding her PG Diploma and Certificate in Counselling
  • London College of Teachers graduate holding her Master-level certificate and course transcript
  • London College of Teachers graduate holding her teacher training diploma and transcript
  • London College of Teachers graduate holding her certificate folder
  • London College of Teachers graduate holding her early childhood teacher training certificate and transcript
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  • London College of Teachers graduate holding her teacher training certificate

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